Planning for a family city break in Berlin? Being the capital and the largest city, it is a must-visit when in Germany. Berlin is easily the biggest city we’ve explored (so far). Five days weren’t enough to cover all the…
All the Nice things in Nice
We’ve established from the previous posts that when in Rome, you’re told to do as the Romans do. But when you happen to find yourself in the vicinity of Nice, France, you don’t have to try too hard to pose…
Traditional Bolognese Fare at Ristorante Nicola
Walking in Bologna was like visiting the past and seeing present Italy in a whole new light. It is home to the oldest university in the world, the University of Bologna, which was founded in 1088 and is still…
Rome Alone
Five hours in the Eternal City is never enough to cover and discover all that this enchanting commune has to offer. That’s what I had though when hubby and I went to “roam alone in Rome” for some me-time. It includes…
The Alcatraz Island – The Famous Tourist Trap
If you love watching movies, especially the ones based on true stories, actual historical places, or real people (those whose names became popular either because of their good deeds or their notoriety), then you have probably seen “The Rock” and…
The Musical Greats of Seattle
Seattle, Washington, known as the City of Goodwill and also as Emerald City, is known for coffee, rainy weather, the Space Needle, and some great musical legends. While it may not be along the lines of New York or Hollywood…